Islamic Charity in Revolutionary Times
by
Amira Mittermaier
Language: English
Release Date: February 26, 2019
Giving to God examines the everyday practices of Islamic giving in post-revolutionary Egypt. From foods prepared in Sufi soup kitchens, to meals distributed by pious volunteers in slums, to almsgiving, these acts are ultimately about giving to God by giving to the poor. Surprisingly, many who practice...